The Bill and Angela Strong Medal Collection

Canadian Memorial Cross, G.V.R. (441929 Pte. A. Hughes) lacking suspension ring, very fine £50-70

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Bill and Angela Strong Medal Collection.

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Alexander Hughes was born in Hamilton, Scotland, on 2 July 1894 and enlisted at Sewell, Manitoba, on 24 May 1915. As a Private in the 28th Battalion Canadian Infantry (Saskatchewan Regiment), he was killed in action on 15 September 1916. Having no known grave, his name is commemorated on the Vimy Mmemorial. With copied service details.